2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Caravan | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
